Air Fryer Roasted Rajma (Red Beans)
Crunchy, protein packed roasted beans made in the air fryer with almost no oil. No boiling required, just soak, dry, season, and air fry.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red beans (Rajma)
- Olive oil (for spraying)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Soak 1 cup of red beans in water for 6 hours, until they puff up.
- Drain the beans and pat them dry with a cotton cloth. Spread them out for 10 minutes so they dry fully. This step matters more than people think.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2 minutes.
- Add the beans to the air fryer basket. Spray with olive oil, mix well, then add salt and mix again so it coats evenly.
- Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes. You can boil the beans first if you want, but I like them roasted without boiling. Do as you wish. Toss the beans every few minutes so they cook evenly and turn crunchy on all sides.
- Serve them for breakfast. They’re a healthy, protein rich way to start the day.
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Notes
- Skip boiling for a crunchier texture, though boiled beans work too if you prefer.
- Toss the beans often during cooking for even crunch.
- Dry the beans fully before air frying, leftover moisture stops them from crisping.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket, beans need space for air to circulate.
- Check a few minutes early since air fryers vary in actual cooking temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal